WANNABE starlets now have until after the New Year to submit their applications for a top beauty contest being held in Droitwich Spa.

The closing date for application forms for the Miss Droitwich competition has now been moved to January 24, 2005.

The contest, which is being organised by Redditch man Paul Da Silva, aims to find the brightest modelling talent in Worcestershire.

There will be regional heats in Droitwich, Evesham, Redditch, Worcester, Bromsgrove and Kidderminster before the grand final next June. The winner could secure a modelling contract and have the opportunity to represent England in the Miss World contest.

There will also be a chance to feature in a glossy calendar.

The Droitwich heat will now take place at the Norbury Theatre in Friar Street on February 26 and there will be judges from across the health and beauty industry.

Girls will have to model eveningwear and club gear. They will be judged on their poise and personality as well as looks.

"We have already had plenty of applications forms from Droitwich but we are still looking for more," said Paul, who successfully organised a Miss Regis contest in Bognor earlier this year.

He later added: "We have also secured a partnership with Wyvern FM and they will be providing presenters for all of the heats and the final."

For further details call Paul on 01527 67678 or visit www.barmi.co.uk